Retirees and Widows of Fallen Officers Receive Support in Rivers State

Retired security personnel, widows, and families of fallen officers in Rivers State have received vital medical and welfare support. This assistance came through an outreach organized by the Horizon Humanity Care Foundation (HHC).

The program included free medical services, food distributions, and financial mentorship sessions. Hajia Mariam Abdulraheem, the founder of HHC, emphasized the need for more support for retired security personnel and the families of officers who died in service.

Abdulraheem called on government agencies, businesses, and individuals to help these families with healthcare, welfare, and empowerment programs. She noted that the foundation aims to ensure that veterans and families of deceased officers are not forgotten after their years of service.

She highlighted that retirement should be seen as a new chapter in life, allowing former officers to maintain their dignity and purpose. Her motivation for starting the foundation came from her experiences as the daughter of a retiree and her understanding of the sacrifices made by security personnel.

During the event, Abdulraheem thanked the retirees for their service and promised continued support for their families. She also mentioned that the foundation has proposed a training program for the children of retirees in engineering-related fields within the oil and gas industry.

The Rivers State Commissioner of Police, CP Olugbenga Adepoju, praised the outreach as timely, noting that many retired officers face health and financial issues after leaving active duty. He urged everyone to contribute to the welfare of these individuals.

Beneficiaries expressed their gratitude for the support, stating that it significantly impacts their lives. They called for stronger welfare systems for retirees across the country’s security services.